Meaning 1neutral; psychology and everyday contexts · 82%
A mental or emotional response, such as a feeling stirred by an event.
Natural examples
Der Film weckte starke Emotionen im Publikum.
The film stirred strong emotions in the audience.
Sie sprach ruhig über ihre Emotionen.
She spoke calmly about her emotions.
Freude ist eine Emotion, die viele Menschen teilen.
Joy is an emotion shared by many people.
Usage note
Common phrases include strong emotions, evoking emotions, and showing emotions. Gefühl is broader in everyday use.
Mini-lesson: Emotion
A mental or emotional response, such as a feeling stirred by an event. Common phrases include strong emotions, evoking emotions, and showing emotions. Gefühl is broader in everyday use.
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